You’ve probably heard the claim that sleep training—especially methods like "cry-it-out"—can flood babies with toxic stress. But is that actually what the science says? In this episode, I sit down with a leading developmental expert to unpack the research on cortisol, stress, and infant development. We cover how the stress response system works, what truly q ... Show More
Oct 1
Public Health, Politics, and Gen Z Leadership with the Youngest Congressman Maxwell Frost
Politics and public health haven’t always been so divided, but in today’s world, even science and vaccines have become political battlegrounds. That’s why I sat down with Congressman Maxwell Frost, the youngest member of Congress and a voice for Gen Z leadership, to talk about wh ... Show More
1h 2m
Apr 2024
The Manxiety Podcast: One Mistake Your Parents Made That Created Anxiety Within You
Welcome to another episode of The Manxiety Podcast.
This episode's about something close to all our hearts: our kids. We all want them to thrive, but sometimes our good intentions can backfire. You know, like pushing them a little too hard.
Dr. Nima explains how we, as parents, c ... Show More
34m 5s
Dec 2024
196: Is My Kid Really Sick? Or Just Avoiding School?
“Ask Lisa: The Psychology of Parenting” is the essential podcast for parents seeking expert guidance, tested strategies, and psychological insights on raising kids, especially tweens and teens. Join renowned clinical psychologist Dr. Lisa Damour and former journalist and mom of t ... Show More
31m 57s
Sep 2024
[Mindful Parenting Podcast Friends] Seed & Sew: How Our Coping Mechanisms in Childhood Show Up in Our Parenthood with Dr. Gabor Mate
In this episode, Alyssa interviews renowned speaker and bestselling author, Dr. Gabor Mate. They dive into his bestselling book, "The Myth of Normal" and discuss how coping mechanisms from our childhood show up later in our parenthood. They also discussed toxic culture, and what ... Show More
44m 33s
Feb 2024
223 - Bonus: Try This Bedtime Drink to Lower Stress Hormones and Improve Sleep
Want to try my nervous system nightcap? For the last few months, I’ve been sipping this simple recipe about 30 minutes before I go to bed and it's been a game-changer in helping me get quality sleep and have more energy during the day. So, of course, I wanted to share it wi ... Show More
7m 49s
Sep 2024
BITESIZE | Do This Every Morning to Reduce Stress and Anxiety | Dr Joe Dispenza #473
Once we learn how to unlock the power of our mind, we can create huge change in our lives for our stress levels, our health and our happiness.
Feel Better Live More Bitesize is my weekly podcast for your mind, body, and heart. Each week I’ll be featuring inspirational stories and ... Show More
19m 14s